- Is this notebook A5 size?
- It is close. At 5.1 x 8.3 inches it is slightly narrower and shorter than A5, so A5 covers and sleeves may fit loosely.
- Does it have an elastic band or ribbon marker?
- No. It is a plain softcover notebook with ruled pages and no closure, ribbon or pocket.
- Is the paper fountain-pen friendly?
- The paper weight is not stated, so test a wet pen on a back page first. Ruled notebooks of this type usually handle ballpoint and gel well but can ghost with heavy ink.
- What does FSC certification mean here?
- It means the paper comes from forests managed to Forest Stewardship Council standards, checked by a third party.
- How does it compare with a Moleskine or Leuchtturm1917?
- It is simpler and lighter. Those rivals add hard covers, elastic closures, ribbon markers and indexes; this one gives you ruled pages in a slim softcover.
- Is it good for school or work notes?
- Yes for light daily use. The size suits one subject or a short project, but a full semester of notes will need several books.
- Where is the Sakura 5 x 8.25 Ruled Notebook Pine Needle cheapest?
- At Michaels, for $11.99, as of our latest check.